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Educators share why they teach

Central Florida teachers tell News 6 why they teach.

Osceola County teacher lives for students' 'ah-ha' moments

Elementary school teacher Krystal Mendez says teaching fills up her daily motivational cup.

Art teacher loves to share art journey with his students

Michael Bishop is a teacher in Seminole County says students light up when they show him new artwork.

Seminole County teacher gets satisfied in watching students get a new skill

Jeremy Williamson says the interaction between student and teacher is part of a creative process.

Orange County teacher shows students how to handle their fears

Yelitza Greene teaches music and theater in Orange County, and says even after 30 years, quite simply, she loves it.

Seminole County teacher loves giving back to her old school

Kara Ferland teaches chorus at Winter Springs High School, where she sang as a student.

This teacher of the year is getting results and sharing her passion for learning

All month, we’ve been highlighting teachers and sharing their stories as part of our “Why I Teach” campaign. This week’s Getting Results Award goes to the 2024 Seminole County Public Schools teacher of the year, Janan Hodges.

Lake County teacher doing his part to teach American history

Vincent Montuori said he used to cringe when he saw comedy or news pieces showing how uninformed people were about their history. Now he teaches it.

Fourth grade teachers says what they do makes a difference

Teachers at Surfside Elementary say what they do is a calling, and now they are teaching the children of students who were in their classes in years past.

Osceola County teacher says they teach children to be humble, kind

Katherine Reeves believes no child should feel like they don't belong, and wants to teach children to be themselves.

Orange County teacher found her passion after a career change

Catherine Terrell says do what’s in your heart. When Terrell could no longer work in retail she went back to school, got her degree, and started teaching.

Band teacher says teaching is not just about the lessons, it's about the friendships students grow

Orange County teacher Tashiana Torres says she loves teaching because she loves to watch the students grow as musicians and as people.

Central Florida educators answer ‘Why I Teach’ call

All month News 6 is celebrating the work of our local teachers, asking them why they teach.

'Hola!' Spanish teacher tries to show students there is no limit

Osceola County teacher Katia Uri says teachers help students see the potential for greatness they have within him.

Sumter County teacher wants to help students be successful

Middle school teacher Felicia Stephens says students need someone to push them beyond their boundaries and provide resources to help them be successful.

Lake County teacher wants to have an impact on 'the future'

Lake County teacher Adam Bickford says it's all about the kids.

Why I Teach: Share your story with News 6

We are asking teachers across Central Florida to share the reasons they educate children entitled “Why I Teach.”

GALLERY: Central Florida educators answer Why I Teach

The new school year is getting underway across Central Florida. We’ve asked our local teachers “Why do you teach?”

Seminole County teacher says she's 'paying it forward'

Michelle DeJesus teaches middle schoolers, she says she's thanking her teachers growing up by becoming a teacher.

Florida educator says teaching a passion, not a job

Denice Santos teaches for Florida Virtual Middle School. She says she loves helping young minds grow and couldn't see herself doing anything else .

Central Florida educators answer ‘Why I Teach’ call

We asked and you answered! Last year we launched our "Why I Teach" initiative, celebrating educators across Central Florida.

Lake Brantley High School counselor rises to the challenge to provide support for students

Amanda Goe is a counselor at Lake Brantley High School who believes every child needs someone on their team.

Florida elementary school science teacher loves the lightbulb moments in teaching

Sean Mundyschein, an elementary school science teacher, tells News 6 why he chose to teach.

Seminole middle school teacher gives students real-world science skills

A middle school science teacher for Seminole County Public Schools shares why she teaches.

Volusia County middle school teacher wants to elevate, challenge students

David Foresman is a Volusia County middle school teacher who was inspired by his own teachers.

'Most important job on the planet:' Osceola middle school teacher loves her career

Tracy Nedd is an AVID coordinator at Narcoossee Middle School.

Osceola 8th-grade tutor gets results — even after retirement

Maggie Porter spent more than 30 years as a teacher but even in retirement, she can still be found in a classroom.

Orange County math teacher loves sparking excitement about learning in her students

Cherese Fussner, an Orange County math teacher, is the latest educator featured in News 6's "Why I Teach" series.

‘They just start to shine:’ College Park chorus teacher shares love of arts with students

News 6 continues to celebrate and recognize our local educators as students head back to school this fall.

Lake County high school teacher works with students who want to be teachers

Bonnie Watkins, a Lake County high school teacher, has been in the field of education for over 20 years.

Osceola County school band director loves seeing his students grow

Bill Molineaux, the band director for the Osceola County School for the Arts in Kissimmee, has been teaching for about 16 years.